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■Vehicle Specifications*1: 2WD models
*2: AWD modelsModel
Acura TLX
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating
U.S.: 4,586 lbs (2,080 kg)
*1
U.S.: 4,751 lbs (2,155 kg)
*2
Canada: 2,095 kg
*1
Canada: 2,170 kg
*2
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)
U.S.: 2,535 lbs (1,150 kg)
*1
U.S.: 2,579 lbs (1,170 kg)
*2
Canada: 1,165 kg
*1
Canada: 1,180 kg
*2
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)
U.S.: 2,072 lbs (940 kg)
*1
U.S.: 2,194 lbs (995 kg)
*2
Canada: 945 kg
*1
Canada: 1,005 kg
*2
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 16.7 – 18.5 oz (475 – 525 g)
Lubricant Type ND-OIL 86-cylinder models
■ Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer FluidDisplacement
212 cu-in (3,471 cm
3)
Spark Plugs NGK DILZKR7B11G
Type
Unleaded premium gasoline, Pump octane
number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 17.2 US gal (65 ℓ)
Tank Capacity
U.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
Canada: 5.7 US qt (5.4 ℓ)
■ Light BulbsHeadlights (High/Low Beam)
LED
Fog Lights
*
LED
Front Turn Signal Lights
24 W
(PWY 24W Amber/Silver)
Front Side Marker/Parking Lights LED
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors)
LED
Brake/Taillights/Rear Side Marker
Lights LED
Brake/Taillights
LED
Back-Up Lights 21 W
Rear Turn Signal Lights
21 W
High-Mount Brake Light LED
Rear License Plate Lights
LED
Puddle Lights
*
LED
Interior Lights
Front and Rear Map Lights
LED
Front and Rear Ambient Lights
LED
Vanity Mirror Lights
1.4 W
Center Pocket Light
LED
Door Courtesy Lights
3.4 W
Console Compartment Light
1.4 W
Glove Box Light
1.4 W
Door Inner Handle Lights
LED
Trunk Lights
5 W
* Not available on all models
Index
534Index
Index
AAAC.................................................... 235, 245
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 402
Accessories and Modifications ................. 423
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 193
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) .................... 89, 352
Additives
Coolant ................................................... 443
Engine Oil ................................................ 437
Washer .................................................... 446
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 437
Adjusting Armrest ................................................... 186
Front Seats .............................................. 180
Head Restraints........................................ 182
Mirrors .................................................... 177
Steering Wheel ........................................ 176
Temperature ............................................ 123
Agile Handling Assist System ................... 388
Aha
TM Menu .............................................. 244
AhaTM Radio .............................................. 254
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 199
Changing the Mode ................................ 202
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 206
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 469
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 204
Sensors .................................................... 207
Synchronized Mode ................................. 203 Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 199
Air Pressure ............................... 457, 521, 523
Airbags ........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
Airbag Care............................................... 53
Driver’s Knee Airbag.................................. 46
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Indicator.............................................. 51, 80
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 52
Sensors ..................................................... 39
Side Airbags .............................................. 48
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 50
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 228
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 402
Indicator.................................................... 79
Armrest ..................................................... 186
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 214
Audio System ............................................ 210
Adjusting the Sound................................ 226
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 212
Error Messages ........................................ 250
General Information ................................ 255
Internet Radio ......................................... 242
iPhone............................................. 242, 258
iPod ........................................................ 238
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 235, 245
Reactivating ............................................ 213
Recommended CDs ................................. 256
Recommended Devices............................ 258
Remote Controls ..................................... 214 Security Code ......................................... 213
Shortcuts ................................................ 217
Theft Protection ...................................... 213
USB Flash Drives...................................... 258
USB Port ................................................. 211
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 222
Authorized Manuals ................................ 531
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 151
Customize ...................................... 132, 270
Auto Idle Stop .......................................... 342
OFF Button ............................................. 342
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green) .............. 92
Auto Idle Stop System Indicator (Amber) ..................................................... 92
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 400
Indicator ........................................... 72, 400
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator ........................................... 72, 400
Automatic Lighting .................................. 166
Automatic Transmission .......................... 330
Creeping................................................. 330
Kickdown ............................................... 330
Operating the Shift Button ................ 18, 332
Shifting ................................................... 331
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 212
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 123
Average Speed ......................................... 124
536Index
Creeping (Dual Clutch Transmission)....... 330
Cross Traffic Monitor ................................ 416
Cruise Control ........................................... 348
Indicator .................................................... 84
Cup Holders ............................................... 192
Customized Features ........................ 126, 259DDaytime Running Lights ........................... 168
Dead Battery ............................................. 498
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................................. 206
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 525
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 165
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 177
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 438
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 164
Door Mirrors ............................................. 178
Doors ......................................................... 139
Auto Door Locking .................................. 151
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 151
Door Open Indicator ............................ 31, 81
Door Open Message ................................ 102
Keys ........................................................ 139
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................... 13, 148
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .................................................. 142
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 146 DOT Tire Quality Grading
........................ 459
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 46
Driving ...................................................... 315
Automatic Transmission .......................... 330
Braking ................................................... 396
Cruise Control ......................................... 348
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 330
Shifting Gear ................................... 331, 338
Starting the Engine.................................. 322
Driving Position Memory System ............ 174
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 330
Creeping ................................................. 330
Fluid ........................................................ 445
Kickdown ................................................ 330
Operating the Shift Lever................... 20, 339
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 502
Shifting ................................................... 338
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 469
EECON (Econ mode) Indicator ..................... 88
Elapsed Time ............................................. 124
Electric Parking Brake
Indicator.................................................... 71
Electric Parking Brake System Indicator............................................ 71, 507
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 80, 507
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 386
Emergency ................................................ 515 Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes)
...... 527
Engine ....................................................... 524
Coolant .................................................. 443
Jump Starting ......................................... 498
Oil .......................................................... 437
Remote Engine Start ............................... 325
Starting................................................... 322
Engine Coolant ........................................ 443
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 444
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 443
Overheating ............................................ 503
Temperature Gauge ................................ 117
Engine Oil ................................................. 437
Adding ................................................... 440
Checking ................................................ 438
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 430
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 70, 505
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 437
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 161
e-pretensioners .......................................... 34
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ........ 80
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 66
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 179
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 472
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 178
FFCW (Forward Collision Warning) .......... 365
Features .................................................... 209
538Index
IIdentification Numbers............................ 524
Vehicle Identifi cation Number (VIN),
Engine Number and Transmission
Number ............................................... 524
IDS (Integrated Dynamics System) ........... 346
IDS Button ................................................. 346
Illumination Control ................................. 172
Immobilizer System .................................. 155
Indicator .................................................... 83
Indicators ..................................................... 70
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) .................... 89, 352
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 79
Auto Idle Stop (Green) ............................... 92
Auto Idle Stop System (Amber) .................. 92
Automatic Brake Hold........................ 72, 400
Automatic Brake Hold System ............ 72, 400
Blind Spot Information (BSI) ............... 90, 390
Brake System (Amber)................................ 73
Brake System (Red) ............................ 70, 506
Charging System ............................... 74, 505
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBS
TM) ........................................... 93, 94
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 84, 349
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 84, 348
Door and Trunk Open .......................... 31, 81
ECON (Econ mode) .................................... 88
Electric Parking Brake................................. 71
Electric Parking Brake System ............. 71, 507
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 80, 507 Fog Lights ................................................. 83
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) .............. 85
Gear Position............................................. 75
High Beam ................................................ 83
Immobilizer System ................................... 83
Keyless Access System ............................... 84
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................. 86
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 89, 381
Lights On .................................................. 83
Low Fuel ................................................... 79
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 70, 505
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 82, 392, 394
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 74, 506
Precision All Wheel Steer System ............... 88
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............. 87
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 33, 78
Security System Alarm ............................... 84
SPORT (Sport mode) .................................. 88
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD ®) .............................................. 91
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 51, 80
System Message ........................................ 82
Transmission ....................................... 76, 77
Turn Signal ................................................ 83
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 81, 386
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 81, 387
Information .............................................. 519
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 124
Instrument Panel ........................................ 69
Brightness Control................................... 172 Integrated Dynamics System (IDS)
.......... 346
IDS Button .............................................. 346
Interface Dial ............................................ 215
Interior Lights ........................................... 187
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 177
Internet Radio .......................................... 242
iPhone ............................................... 242, 258
iPod ................................................... 238, 258
JJack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 492
Jump Starting ........................................... 498KKey Number Tag ...................................... 141
Keyless Access System .............................. 143
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 146
Keys ........................................................... 139
Lockout Prevention ................................. 146
Number Tag............................................ 141
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 150
Remote Transmitter ................................ 142
Two-way Keyless Access Remote ................................. 139, 147, 325
Types and Functions................................ 139
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 330
Kickdown (Dual Clutch Transmission) .... 330
539Index
LLane Departure Warning (LDW)............. 371
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ........ 380
Language (HFL) ........................................ 280
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 59
LDW (Lane Departure Warning) ............. 371
Lights ................................................ 165, 447
Automatic............................................... 166
Bulb Replacement ................................... 447
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 168
Fog Lights ............................................... 168
High Beam Indicator ................................. 83
Interior.................................................... 187
Light Switches......................................... 165
Lights On Indicator.................................... 83
Turn Signals ............................................ 164
Load Limits ............................................... 319
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 139
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 151
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 150
From Inside ............................................. 148
From Outside .......................................... 142
Keys........................................................ 139
Using a Key............................................. 146
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 146
Low Battery Charge ................................. 505
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 79
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal
Strength .................................................. 141
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 70, 505
Lower Anchors ........................................... 59 Lubricant Specifications Chart
......... 521, 523
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 319
Lumbar Support ........................................ 180
MMaintenance............................................. 425
Battery .................................................... 465
Brake Fluid .............................................. 446
Cleaning .................................................. 470
Climate Control System ........................... 469
Coolant ................................................... 443
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 429
Oil ........................................................... 438
Precautions .............................................. 426
Radiator .................................................. 444
Remote Transmitter ......................... 467, 468
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 447
Safety ...................................................... 427
Service Items ........................................... 432
Tires ........................................................ 456
Transmission Fluid ................................... 445
Under the Hood .............................. 434, 435
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 74, 506
Map Lights ................................................ 188
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 319
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 117
Mirrors ....................................................... 177
Adjusting ................................................. 177
Door........................................................ 178
Exterior .................................................... 178 Interior Rearview ..................................... 177
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 423
Moonroof ................................................. 160
MP3 ................................................... 235, 245
Multi-Information Display ....................... 118
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 419
NNumbers (Identification).......................... 524OOdometer................................................. 123
Oil (Engine) ............................... 437, 521, 523
Adding .................................................... 440
Checking................................................. 438
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 430
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 70, 505
Recommended Engine Oil ....... 437, 521, 523
Viscosity .................................. 437, 521, 523
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 216
Opening
Trunk ...................................................... 517
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 436
Moonroof ............................................... 160
Power Windows ...................................... 158
Trunk ...................................................... 152
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ....................................... 161
540Index
Outside Temperature............................... 123
Adjusting ................................................. 123
Overheating .............................................. 503PPaddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) .......... 337
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Shift Mode) ...................................................... 341
Pandora® ................................................... 243
Panic Mode ............................................... 157
Parking ...................................................... 411
Parking Brake ............................................ 396
Parking Sensor System .............................. 412
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 52
Passing Indicators ..................................... 165
Power Windows ........................................ 158
Precautions While Driving ........................ 329
Rain ......................................................... 329
Pregnant Women ....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 477RRadiator..................................................... 444
Radio (AM/FM) .......................................... 228
Radio (SiriusXM ®)...................................... 232
Radio Data System (RDS) .......................... 230
Range ........................................................ 124
RDS (Radio Data System) .......................... 230
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 527Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ..................................................... 173
Rear Seats ................................................. 185
Seat Heaters ............................................ 198
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 177
Refueling .................................................. 420
Fuel Gauge.............................................. 117
Gasoline .................................. 420, 520, 522
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 79
Regulations ............................... 394, 459, 525
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback ................................................. 325
Remote Transmitter ................................. 142
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 467
Replacement Battery ............................................ 467, 468
Bulbs ....................................................... 447
Fuses ............................... 510, 511, 512, 513
Tires ........................................................ 462
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 454
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 526
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 123
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 178
Right Selector Wheel ............... 119, 120, 126
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 375
On and Off.............................................. 377
SSafe Driving ................................................ 27
Safety Check ............................................... 31 Safety Labels
.............................................. 67
Safety Message ............................................ 1
Seat Belts .................................................... 32
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ................. 36
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 34
Checking .................................................. 38
e-pretensioners ......................................... 34
Fastening .................................................. 35
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt ................................................. 61
Pregnant Women...................................... 37
Reminder ............................................ 33, 78
Warning Indicator ............................... 33, 78
Seat Heaters ..................................... 197, 198
Seats .......................................................... 180
Adjusting ................................................ 180
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 180
Front Seats.............................................. 180
Rear Seats ............................................... 185
Seat Heaters ................................... 197, 198
Seat Ventilation ...................................... 197
Security System ........................................ 155
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 83
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 84
Select Button ............................................ 331
Operation ............................................... 332
Select Lever ........................................ 20, 338
Operation ......................................... 20, 339
Releasing ................................................ 502
Won’t Move ........................................... 502
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 58
542Index
Troubleshooting....................................... 475
Blown Fuse ...................... 510, 511, 512, 513
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 24
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 25
Emergency Towing .................................. 515
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 495
Flat Tire/Puncture ..................................... 477
Noise When Braking .................................. 25
Overheating............................................. 503
Premium Gasoline.................... 420, 520, 522
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................. 477, 489
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 24, 150
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 502
Warning Indicators .................................... 70
Trunk ......................................................... 152
Lid ........................................................... 152
Light Bulbs....................................... 520, 522
Main Switch ............................................ 154
Open Indicator........................................... 81
Open Message......................................... 102
Unable to Open ....................................... 517
Turn Signals ............................................... 164
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 83
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 124
Two-way Keyless Access
Remote .................................... 139, 147, 325UUnder-Floor Storage Area ........................ 195
Unlocking the Doors ................................. 142 Unlocking the Front Doors from the
Inside ................................................. 13, 148
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 258
USB Port .................................................... 211
Using the Keyless Access System ............. 143
VValet Mode............................................... 154
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 524
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 386
Off Button............................................... 387
Off Indicator...................................... 81, 387
System Indicator ................................ 81, 386
Viscosity (Oil) ............................ 437, 521, 523
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 386WWallpaper................................................. 224
Warning and Information Messages ......... 95
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 505
Warning Labels ........................................... 67
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 529
Watts ................................................. 520, 522
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 461
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 492
Window Washers ..................................... 169
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 446 Switch .................................................... 169
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 158
Windshield Cleaning ................................................. 473
Defrosting/Defogging ............................. 206
Heated Windshield Button ...................... 173
Washer Fluid ........................................... 446
Wiper Blades........................................... 454
Wipers and Washers ............................... 169
Winter Tires .............................................. 464
Snow Tires .............................................. 464
Tire Chains.............................................. 464
Wipers and Washers ................................ 169
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades..... 454
WMA ................................................. 235, 245
Worn Tires ................................................ 456